FIG

FIG is a neighborhood eatery located in the heart of downtown Charleston, serving seasonally-inspired cuisine with a commitment to using local and sustainable foods.

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  • Phone

    (843) 805-5900

  • Website

    eatatfig.com

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  • Type

    New American Restaurant

Address

232 Meeting St (at Hasell St) Charleston , SC 29401 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Dinner
Drinks Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

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Djaniella D.

Hands down one of the best meals I've had. They have some rotating menu items (which are DELICIOUS), but their famous gnocchi is always on there, so don't think about leaving without giving it a try!

Kyle Bye

Omg! One of our most memorable meals in Charleston . Start with the award-winning gnocchi , then move to the corn flour dusted wreckfish for a main course, and end with the decadent dark chocolate tart !

Eater

FIG — which helped fuel Charleston’s restaurant boom when it opened in 2003 — distinguishes itself year after year with remarkable, soulful cooking. Read more

Jenna Addis

FIG was absolutely fantastic. We managed to snag seats at the bar and were treated to and delighted by the Andrew and Ashley show. Outstanding food and drinks. A must for locals and visitors alike.

Amy

I travel frequently & look for restaurants with a rotating menu based on what is available locally and by far FIG is the best I have found to date. One this trip the Ricotta Gnocchi were the BOMB!

Justin Martin

WOW! Great place. Try the pate , scallops or gnocchi for apps & be prepared to be blown away. Dinner opt for the iron steak , or ANY fish . It’s just that good. Drink menu is top notch.

nathan archambault

beyond the hype; consistently 1 of the best in Charleston. James Beard award, Lowcountry ingredients

Jessica Stewart

I can't even describe how amazing this place is. Definitely lives up to its reputation! Did I ever even eat rice until this place??? Appetizers were heaven and the food made me cry when meal as over.

Tiffany

Gnocchi a staple at Fig (definitely a reason it stays on a very fluid menu). Lightest most flavorful gnocchi we have ever had. Triggerfish absolutely delish and desserts oh my! *Servings not large.

Christina Vernon

If you're only going to have one meal in Charleston , this is where to get it. There's a full menu and amazing service at the bar , so if you can't get a table, try anyway and grab a seat at the bar .

Bruce Tyndall

By far one of the best restaurants in the low country . Menu changes daily depending on what's available locally.

The Tastes that Make the City

The razor clam ceviche is the best ceviche in Charleston, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City : Charleston. Read more

Travel + Leisure

From #TLSponChat: “@hampdenclothing: With culinary scene exploding in #chs it’s impossible not to enjoy yourself. Fig is a must.”

Jackie DeMarco

Gnocchi amazing app must have ! Scallops one of the best dishes I ever had! All desserts are amazing ! A must go to !!!!

Rob Reuter

This place was amazing. Every item we ordered was delicious. I was fortunate to be in town during soft-shelled crab season ????

Catherine Ann Welch

Everything we had was fantastic and our waiter was awesome. He paired each dish with amazing wines . Delicious! Highly recommend FIG!

Karen Bellantoni

Ricotta gnocchi with lamb bolognese , little pillows of joy. Pate was the best I've ever had!

Eater

National Eater 38 member: Like the cooking, service epitomizes Southern graciousness. Read more

Olivia Szeto

the ricotta gnocchi is to die for!!! my lorddddd!

Eater

Only one meal in Charleston ? Make it Mike Lata and Jason Stanhope’s paragon, which takes its cues from the Lowcountry’s abundant waters. Read more

Traveloco_Joe

I had the oysters for an app, then scrumptious Tilefish with brussel sprouts n carrots , then oysters for dessert !

Steven Y

The fish stew and amberjack entrees are to die for; end the meal with a shot of espresso and the sticky sorghum cake !

Ab

Super knowledgeable and friendly service . Eat an appetizer if you must, but FIG wins with cocktails and that fantastic grouper !

Eater

The menu is driven by what is local and available, and the vegetables tend to be the stars of the plate. [Eater 18 Member]

Chris Moore

Reservations are a must on a weekend night, probably make them a month in advance. Outstanding service .

Trae F

Impeccable meal. FIG has earned every raving review honestly. The butterscotch pots de creme is out of this world!

Monica Merchant

You should try to make a reservation way in advance. But if you don't have one, you might be able to get a seat at the bar .

Violet Vale

The counter is very solo diner friendly , & there's a bar space where you can wait for a counter/table seat. Solid cocktails .

Christopher H

The gnocchi is fantastic. Lives up to the praise.

Hildred Sullivan

Suckling pork confit is melt-in-your-mouth delicious!

Joe Nebus

Everything! Never been disappointed… scallops , shrimp , seafood always terrific

M L

Menu changes near daily but all delicious: suckling pig , burrata , gnocchi , even the croutons !

FX Meaney

Fabulous food! Nationally known and highly regarded for very good reason. Excellent, knowledgeable serving staff , too.

Jim Pratt

Hands down, everything. We are at the communal table and loved the service, company, and food

Peter Boyce

Tartine , gnocchi , Savoy cabbage . Great bartenders . Sinner’s in the Sun.

Kathleen

so delicious! If tomatoes are in season don't miss the tomato terrine ! Great dinner and dessert

Matt Sproles

Un...believable. Get as many small plates as you can and finish with any of the desserts ! Always, always good!

Steven Farley

Last night, I dreamt of a coddled egg with celeriac, morels , peas and fresh crabmeat . it was reality a few nights earlier. damn the goodness of that coddled egg .......it's hauntingly awesome

Afro lynne

Every dish was spot on, thoroughly impressed

Wyatt Funderburk

A wonderful selection of fresh seafood and veggies that is constantly evolving.

chinsel

Chicken liver pâté . Amazing. Also the chocolate sea salt caramel mousse . To die for.

Mvenn

Everything was delicious. Gnocchi , fish stew , bread pudding ...

Spencer S

Brooks Reitz's cocktail program made Tasting Table's list of five that are doing it right in the South. Read more

Ian Poynter

Arrive late and hope for bar seats . The full menu is available at the bar .

Michal Jones

The menu is different every day with the exception of a few staples. Always delicious and wonderful staff !

Amy Cercone

Try the Honeycrisp Apple And Hazelnut Tart

David Haber

The ricotta gnocchi are some of the best I've ever had. wow.

Mark McLaughlin

It's the hottest ticket in town , but you'd do just as well at somewhere a little less hyped.

Zaki Manian

Difficult to get a reservation but they take walk ins at the bar and community table. Come early or be prepared to wait...

Tom J

Imbibe Magazine found fig's Wine List to be one of the Best in the South in their March/April 2011 Southern Issue

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